2008-08-03 Graham Trucking Cup at Sea fair

The Unlimited Hydroplane :The biggest news in the last 25 years has been the dominance of jet turbine power. Since 1984, the vast majority of races have been won by boats that used the Lycoming T-55 L-7C engine, originally intended for use in the Vietnam era Chinook helicopter. Lap speeds have increased from the 140 to the 170 mile an hour range.

The Unlimited Light Hydroplanes are: 20 to 26 feet long and 11-12 feet wide. They are gas powered with powerful engines up to 800 horse power and can reach speeds up to 165 miles per hour.